Duncanson History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Duncanson originated among the descendants of the ancient Pictish clans. It is derived from son of Duncan which is derived from the Gaelic word or Clan Dhonnchaidh, which means brown warrior, accordingly the name literally means son of brown warrior. Early Origins of the Duncanson familyThe surname Duncanson was first found in Berwickshire an ancient county of Scotland, presently part of the Scottish Borders Council Area, located in the eastern part of the Borders Region of Scotland, where they held a family seat from very ancient times, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Duncanson familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Duncanson research. Another 100 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1367, 1376, 1530, 1574, 1576, 1582, 1601 and 1705 are included under the topic Early Duncanson History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Duncanson Spelling VariationsDuring the Middle Ages, there was no basic set of rules and scribes wrote according to sound. The correct spelling of Scottish names were further compromised after many haphazard translations from Gaelic to English and back. Spelling variations of the name Duncanson include Duncanson, Duncason, Duncannon, Dunkeson and others. Early Notables of the Duncanson familyNotable amongst the Clan at this time was
Duncanson RankingIn the United States, the name Duncanson is the 15,531st most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Scots left their country by the thousands to travel to Australia and North America. Desperate for freedom and an opportunity to fend for themselves, many paid huge fees and suffered under terrible conditions on long voyages. Still, for those who made the trip, freedom and opportunity awaited. In North America, many fought their old English oppressors in the American War of Independence. In recent years, Scottish heritage has been an increasingly important topic, as Clan societies and other organizations have renewed people's interest in their history. An examination of passenger and immigration lists shows many early settlers bearing the name of Duncanson: Duncanson Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Duncanson Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Duncanson Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Duncanson Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Duncanson Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century
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The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto. Motto: Mens et manus Motto Translation: Heart and hand.
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